Head-to-head · Restaurant Billing Software
Aloha Cloud vs Loyverse
Aloha Cloud leads on 0 checks, Loyverse on 1, and 2 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 3 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreAloha Cloud · 8.8/10
- Free planonly Loyverse
- Free trialonly Loyverse
- Most featuresLoyverse · 2 of 3
Aloha Cloud scores higher on our rubric for restaurant billing software: 8.8 against 8.6 out of 10; our editors rank them #4 and #6.
Loyverse offers free plan; Aloha Cloud doesn't.
Aloha Cloud is the better fit for multi-site restaurants using Aloha workflows. Loyverse is the better fit for small restaurants prioritizing a free, flexible POS.
- Aloha Cloud fits best
Multi-site restaurants using Aloha workflows
- Loyverse fits best
Small restaurants prioritizing a free, flexible POS
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Side by side
| Feature | Aloha Cloud 8.8/10 Visit ↗ | Loyverse 8.6/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.8 | 8.6 |
| Ranking | #4 in Restaurant Billing Software | #6 in Restaurant Billing Software |
| Best for | Multi-site restaurants using Aloha workflows | Small restaurants prioritizing a free, flexible POS |
| Pricing model | Paid | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | — | — |
| Free plan | — | ✓ (best) |
| Free trial | — | 14 days |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile | Cloud, Mobile, Browser extension |
| Platforms | Web, Android | Web, iOS, Android |
| Support | Docs · 24/7 | Live chat, Community, Docs · 24/7 |
| Integrations | 4 integrations | 12 integrations |
| Built for | Small business, Mid-market | Solo, Small business, Mid-market |
| Features Aloha Cloud 1/3 · Loyverse 2/3 | ||
| Table management | ✓ | ✓ |
| Offline billing | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Kitchen display | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
| Specs | ||
| Order modes | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Supported devices | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Locations included | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Our review | ||
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| Our verdict | Aloha Cloud combines restaurant point-of-sale ordering and payment processing with business-management tools for independent restaurants and emerging chains. Its Quick Service and Table Service modes cover different service styles, while… Read the review → |
Loyverse is a mobile point-of-sale and commerce platform for restaurants, cafés, and bars, as well as other small businesses. Its free core POS covers sales and payments, essential inventory, customer loyalty, kitchen display, and… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Aloha Cloud — where it wins
- Supports both Quick Service and Table Service workflows
- Central Back Office manages menus, pricing and multiple sites
- Offline mode supports continued operation without connectivity
Where it doesn't
- Custom pricing makes plan costs harder to compare
- Online ordering, labor and inventory can require add-ons
- Kitchen production is an add-on rather than a core capability
Loyverse — where it wins
- Free POS includes essential inventory, loyalty, and kitchen display.
- Offline sales can sync later; tickets can be named for tables.
- Add-ons extend reporting, employee management, and inventory.
Where it doesn't
- Sales history on the free POS is limited to the last 31 days.
- Employee management and advanced inventory cost extra.
- Advanced add-ons are priced per store, which can add up across locations.
- Aloha Cloud8.8/10 · Pricing on request
Aloha Cloud brings ordering, payments and multi-site management together, with add-ons for more.
Visit Aloha CloudFull verdict → - Loyverse8.6/10 · Free plan · 14-day trial
A free restaurant POS with offline sales, kitchen tools, and optional paid add-ons.
Visit LoyverseFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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